Larynx Gross Pathology Manual

larynx  Midline sagittal cross-sectional illustration of the larynx demonstrating laryngeal cartilages, ligaments, and membranes (Courtesy of Joel Floyd, Jr, MA, CMI, Larynx Conditions · Breathy voice · Coughing or choking when swallowing · Difficulty or inability to speak loudly · Frequently needing to clear

It consists of 9 cartilages, the vocal cords and intrinsic and extrinsic musculature Glottis and Epiglottis The glottis is the part of the larynx consisting The larynx is composed of three large unpaired cartilages and three paired smaller cartilages (arytenoid, corniculate, and

The most basic function of the larynx is to provide sphincteric protection of the lower airway, most efficiently achieved by simultaneous The larynx is the upper opening into the windpipe , the passageway to the lungs Epiglottis — a flap of soft tissue and cartilage located just above